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Course Syllabus/Outline
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COURSE DATA
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SOC200
General Psychology
3 Semester Hours
ENG102
Human Relations for Career and Personal Success, 10th Ed. By.
Dubrin ISBN: 978-0132974400 Publisher: Prentice Hall
Stephanie Zoltowski, PsyD, MA, BA
SZoltowski @harrington.edu
312/939-4975

COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course covers the basic contemporary concepts and methods of psychology, including
the scientific study and investigation of human behavior.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
At the conclusion of this course, students should be able:
To define psychology.
To discuss the roots of psychology in philosophy, physiology, and medicine.
To identify the pioneers of modern psychology and cite their contributions to this
discipline. Identify the major fields in psychology.
To identify and describe three types of psychological measurements and list the
advantages and disadvantages of each.
To compare and contrast research designs used to describe, predict, and explain
psychological phenomena.

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COURSE RATIONALE
Understanding the workings and development of the human psyche is invaluable in a field
where communication and contact with others is essential.

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THIS COURSE IS A PART OF THE F&CS DEPARTMENT

The programmatic outcomes for this program are as follows:
Utilize critical thinking and problem-solving skills for informed decision-making in their
professional and personal life
Accurately and persuasively communicate through written, verbal and visual media
Recognize the importance of diversity and ethical behavior as it pertains to employment
and the performance of civic duty
Recognize, pursue and interpret beauty in various forms in order to spur lifelong learning
Synthesize critical thinking, awareness, responsibility and appreciation of excellence in
order to achieve professional and personal goals.
Additionally, the ISLOs for Harrington are as follows:
Leadership
Knowledge Acquisition and
Intellectual Curiosity
Application using Critical Thinking
Global Awareness and Civic
Skills
Engagement
Innovation
Personal Responsibility/Integrity
Collaboration

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THIS COURSE IS A:
Lecture / Discussion

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TOPICAL OUTLINE
See attached for weekly assignments and planning

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COURSE REQUIREMENTS
In an effort to ensure that students are aware of professional practices and behavior and in
order for students to be successful at Harrington they must have a thorough understanding
of all the assigned reading materials as well as of the lecture material, exercises, and class
discussions, and presentation; therefore, the following requirements will be part of the total
assessment of the students success or failure in the class.
Class participation lectures and discussion along with weekly attendance will be notated
and part of the students grade.
Any assignment submitted after 1:00ppm the due date will receive an automatic
50% deduction in the assignment. Because emergencies cannot be avoided, please
communicate with your instructor to set up any alternative arrangements.
All final projects must be presented to the class in a formal, professional manner. All
students will be required to dress appropriately and attend.
Quizzes/Exams may not be made up without prior approval of the instructor. In the
event of emergencies or health-related issues, documentation must be provided to the
instructor upon return in order to make up any missed quizzes/exams.
Attendance Policy Faculty takes attendance for each class period and posts it to the
students record. Upon reaching three unexcused absences, faculty may lower the final
grade for the course one full grade and may drop the grade again for each absence after the
fourth one. Students who arrive to class more than 10 minutes late will be deducted
attendance points for the week.

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RESOURCE REQUIREMENTS
Students are encouraged to use the Colleges library in completion and research of
assignments.
The Design Atelier (331) provides limited materials for project work. Students are
expected to use the materials provided in addition to materials found from other sources.
Computer assignments outside the classroom, research or field trips will be included as
necessary on the topical outline and are considered requirements of the course.
Integrated Studio Learning Students are encouraged to use our Integrated Learning
Studio as another instructional tool. Instructors and/or academic advisors may require
the student spend time in the Integrated Learning Studio to enhance their understanding
of the material. This service is intended to assist students in their project work with more
in-depth critique and demonstration by instructors and Learning Assistants outside their
primary instructor.
Tutoring Students who need more one-on-one attention require a recommendation
from their instructor and should contact the Integrated Learning Studio Coordinator.
An active LiveText membership is a required resource for this course
because at least one assignment must be submitted electronically using
this online platform. LiveText is used by the College to demonstrate the
quality of our academic programs, improve the teaching and learning
process, and maintain accreditation. You have the opportunity to use your
account for secure online storage of all of your academic work and to
create digital documents such as electronic portfolios or reflective
journals, which can be shared with prospective employers or other
parties. If you already have an active LiveText membership, you do not

need to purchase another one. A new membership may be purchased

via the Student Finance Office.
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EVALUATION CRITERIA
Grades will be based on a % assigned to the following elements:
Participation
15 Points
Total 150 Points
Article Presentation
20 Points
Total 20 Points
Homework Questions 10 Points
Total 130 Points
Research Paper/Pres 200 Points
Total 200 Points
Quiz
20 Points
Total 20 Points
Exams (2)
100 Points
Total 200 Points
Final Exam
120 Points
Total 120 Points
Total 840 Points
Harringtons grading scale is as follow:
A
AB+
B
BC+

100-94
93-91
90-89
88-85
84-82
81-80

Excellent = A
Superior = B+
Good = B to C+
Average = C to CUnsatisfactory = D to F

C
CD+
D
F

79-75
74-72
71-70
69-66
65 and BELOW

Distinguished and innovative work, showing insight and

demonstrating superior skills and craft, work goes beyond what is
required
Competent work, very creative and controlled work, shows clear
understanding and thorough demonstration of skills
Competent work, clear understanding, often showing some
creativity and good use of skills
Adequate understanding, inconsistent demonstration of skills,
some elements missing, problems with time management and
steady focus
Lacks understanding, inadequate amount of time and effort
demonstrated, many missing elements, inconsistent participation,
appropriate skill and craftsmanship not demonstrated

XI . HONOR CODE
Statement of Purpose
In order to accomplish HCDs mission of educating the design leaders of the future, it is imperative
that the community of students, faculty and staff conduct themselves in accordance with the highest
standards of both academic and personal integrity. The HCD Honor Code provides the foundation for
those standards, and defines the limits of acceptable conduct. All members of the Harrington
community are required to accept responsibility for acting in compliance with the Honor Code.
Academic Integrity Policy
HCDs academic integrity policy prohibits dishonest acts which are those that permit a student to
gain an unfair advantage over other students by any of the following means: copying, plagiarism,
unauthorized collaboration, alteration of records, aids, proprietary material, bribery and lying or using
technology.

Infractions of Honor Code

Infractions of the Honor Code may involve either academic misconduct or personal misconduct.
There are overlapping elements between these violations, although each one is listed below only in
the context where it most often occurs.
If an infraction occurs, the Honor Code Council will determine the nature and scope of the offense, if
any, and the consequences that will enforced. See Student Handbook for Honor Code Council
process.
Academic Misconduct
A. Cheating
Using any written materials not permitted by the instructor
Copying other students work
Using copies of exam materials that are not legitimately obtained in preparing for an exam
Assisting any student in cheating by ignoring, permitting or cooperating in the activities listed
above
B. Plagiarism
Plagiarism is defined as submitting as ones own work, in whole or in part, words, ideas, art,
designs, text or drawings that were produced by another person without crediting that person as
the legitimate source of the work.
Plagiarism includes, but is not limited to:
Using words, word passages or pictures without acknowledgement
Paraphrasing or summarizing ideas without citing the source
Submitting work that resembles someone elses beyond what would be considered a
reasonable coincidence
Ideas, conclusions, information included in written materials that the author cannot explain or
expand upon when questioned.
C. Lying
Lying is any falsification intended to mislead or obtain an unfair advantage.
This may include:
False representation of qualifications
Making deliberately untrue statements
Creating untrue data information
Intentionally misrepresenting information about other individuals
D. Improper use of technology
The use of communication devices, other than those approved for a class assignment, is not
allowed in the classroom. Instructors will ask the student to leave the classroom if the student is
using a cell phone, texting, or instant messaging during the course of instruction. Instructors
may gather all devices during tests to insure academic honesty. Harrington supports and
encourages laptop usage in the classroom; however, unless directly related to a class
assignment, it is inappropriate to use social network sites or other non-classroom directed web
sites during class. Faculty may ask students to close laptops during discussion.
Personal Misconduct
A. Stealing
Stealing is the deliberate taking of another individual or groups property without consent,
permission, or acknowledgement.
B. Bullying [source Mayo Clinic]

Bullying includes several types of behavior that have the intention of intimidating and harming
another person, either physically or psychologically.
This may include:
Verbal bullying such as teasing, name-calling, taunting and racial slurs, as well as spreading
malicious rumors
Cyber-bullying such as harassing emails, instant messages and text messages, as well as
intimidating or threatening websites, blogs or posts
Physical bullying such as hitting, punching, kicking and other types of physical harm, as well
as destruction of property
C. Drinking or Drug Use
Harrington College prohibits the unlawful possession, consumption or distribution of any illicit
drugs or alcoholic beverages by students and employees on the school premises. Harrington
College has a Zero Tolerance Policy for students or faculty who exhibit negative behavior or
symptoms of alcohol or drug use while on campus. Students or faculty exhibiting such behavior
will be required to meet with the Dean and may be subject to dismissal.
D. Discrimination
Harrington College does not discriminate against any person because of race, national or ethnic
origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age or physical disability in the administration of its
educational policies, financial aid and loan programs and/or other school-related programs.
Policy Statement on Sexual Harassment Harrington College does not condone or tolerate sexual
harassment in respect to hiring, recruitment, instruction, promotion and treatment of persons
connected with the college.
Access for Students with Disabilities
Harrington College of Design complies with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and the Americans
with Disabilities Act.

Revised 08/11/14